Core Refusal Reason
The Planning Authority refused permission on the basis that the car parking space was unjustified in an 'Urban Neighbourhood' under SPPR 3 of the Sustainable Residential Development and Compact Settlements Guidelines; however, the Inspector recommended a grant, finding that one space per dwelling is permitted under the guidelines and was adequately justified by the applicant's employment-related travel requirements.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The provision of one on-site car parking space is justified by the specific circumstances of the household, including employment-related travel needs, and is consistent with the maximum allowance set out in SPPR 3 of the 2024 Guidelines.
- The proposed vehicular entrance and associated works are visually acceptable and will not have a significant negative impact on the residential or visual amenities of the mature residential area.
- The removal of one on-street parking space to facilitate the entrance is considered acceptable and will not negatively impact the overall functionality of parking availability along Woodlands Park.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Objective ATable 12.5 (Car Parking Zones and Standards)Section 12.4.5.6 (Residential Parking)Objective T19 (Management of car parking)
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks alterations to a previously granted permission (Ref: D24A/0356) for a detached 3-bedroom dwelling on an infill site at 51 Woodlands Park, Stillorgan. The proposal specifically aims to provide a new vehicular entrance and one off-street car parking space with an EV charging point, items that were previously omitted by condition. The Planning Authority refused the application, arguing it was contrary to SPPR 3 of the Sustainable Residential Development and Compact Settlements...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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